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Farm at Snake Den State Park

Agriculture and Forest Environment

About Agriculture & Forest Environment

The health and vitality of our lands, waters, and communities support our way of life and economy in Rhode Island. The Rhode Island Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment works to sustain, promote, and enhance Rhode Island's agricultural viability and preserve, manage, and promote healthy forests and community trees for today and for generations to come.

 

DEM’s Permit Application Portal is your one-stop shop for doing business with us.

DEM's Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment offers an online portal for applications and forms, including agricultural product registrations, commercial pesticide applicators, animal health permits and licenses, and forestry applications. For more information, visit dem.ri.gov/dafe-portal

Upcoming Events

Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment

Ananda Fraser, Acting Chief of Agriculture and Forest Environment
Phone: 401-537-4272

Ann Battersby, Deputy Chief of Agriculture
Phone: 401-537-4267

TeeJay Boudreau, Deputy Chief of Forest Environment
Phone: 401-537-4068 

RI Department of Environmental Management
235 Promenade Street
Providence, RI 02908-5767

DAFE Online Application Portal